Okaloosa County is urging its residents to prepare for the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season, starting June 1, 2023, by making resources available to ensure safety and readiness. The County has released
Okaloosa County is calling all Junior Lifeguards ages 9-17! Whether you have a keen interest in lifeguarding, or simply looking for a fun way to spend part of your summer,
The Okaloosa Board of County Commissioners has hired consulting firm Thomas P. Miller and Associates to undertake the creation of a Countywide Comprehensive Attainable Workforce Housing Strategic Plan. According to the
On Thursday, April 13, 2023, the Okaloosa Board of County Commissioners approved an operating agreement with Timberview Helicopters, allowing them to resume commercial operations out of the Destin Executive Airport.
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Tourism and Saltwater Restaurants are gearing up for the upcoming Earth Day Cleanup on Saturday, April 29, 2023, from 8-10 a.m. Volunteers from businesses, government agencies, communities and
On Tuesday, March 14, 2023, Okaloosa County approved an interlocal agreement to purchase 20.3 acres of the Northwest Florida Fairgrounds property from the City of Fort Walton Beach. The 20-year agreement obligates
On Tuesday, March 7, 2023, the Okaloosa Board of County Commissioners voted to submit a corrective action plan to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) following a recent ruling in favor
On Tuesday, February 21, 2023, the Okaloosa Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to adopt a resolution pertaining to various annual and usage fees for permitted beach/park vending. This includes
In a ruling on February 21, 2023, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) dismissed six out of seven claims made by Timberview Helicopters against Okaloosa County. The decision to terminate the
In January, the Crestview City Council met to discuss several items on their agenda, including the naming of the new East-West Connector Road project. City Manager Tim Bolduc brought up
In light of the recent national and state increase in fentanyl-related overdoses, officers at Okaloosa County Department of Corrections are taking action to combat this issue within the facility, according to
On January 11, 2023, the Northwest Florida Legislative Delegation held a meeting at the Okaloosa County Admin Building in Shalimar, Florida. According to Commissioner Goodwin, the proposed project consists of constructing
